6th Grade Reading Comprehension Practice Test

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

• A type of metaphor that does not use 'like' or 'as'.

• A rhetorical device that exaggerates for emphasis.

• A comparison that implies one thing is another.

What does it mean to summarize a text?

• To provide a brief statement of the main points of the text.

• To rewrite the text in a different style.

• To analyze the text in detail.

• To provide a personal opinion about the text.

What is the purpose of reading comprehension?

• To memorize the text verbatim.

• To understand and interpret the meaning of a text.

• To summarize the text in one sentence.

• To analyze the author's writing style.

What is the difference between an adjective and an adverb?

• An adjective describes a noun, while an adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

• An adjective modifies a verb, while an adverb describes a noun.

• Both adjectives and adverbs describe nouns.

• An adjective and an adverb are the same and can be used interchangeably.

How can identifying the main idea of a passage aid in comprehension?

• It helps readers focus on the central message and understand supporting details.

• It allows readers to skip details and focus only on the conclusion.

• It encourages readers to read faster without understanding the content.

• It makes the text more complex and harder to understand.

What is the genre of a passage that presents factual information?

• Fiction

• Non-Fiction

• Poetry

• Drama

What strategies can be used to improve reading comprehension?

• Previewing the text, asking questions, making predictions, and summarizing.

• Reading aloud to others to enhance understanding.

• Memorizing the text word for word for better retention.

• Ignoring difficult words to maintain reading speed.

How does the suffix -ly change the word 'sweet'?

• It changes it from a noun to a verb.

• It changes it from an adjective to an adverb.

• It changes it from an adverb to an adjective.

• It changes it from a verb to a noun.

What does the term 'marsh' refer to?

• A dry desert

• A wet field.

• A rocky mountain

• A dense forest

What is the function of transition words in a text?

• They help connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

• They provide definitions for complex terms.

• They summarize the main points of the text.

• They introduce new topics unrelated to the text.